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Blue Bird and Golden Sun Relief

A blue bird with wings spread wide sits at the left of a rectangular panel, next to a golden sun disc built from concentric rings and dots. Wavy yellow rays stretch out from the sun in all directions. The gray-violet background is covered in thick, swirling brush-like curls, and a stone-colored border with small symbols frames the scene. The result looks like a carved relief or tile worked over with a painterly texture.

This piece stops the scroll because it looks like a tangible artifact—a carved stone relief or ancient tile—rather than a flat print. The deep cobalt bird and golden sun pop against the muted, swirling gray background, offering a focal point that feels grounded and mythic without being religious. It appeals to buyers who want 'statement art' with texture and depth, bridging the gap between abstract color fields and recognizable symbols.

Artwork by Omaste Witkowski